Richardson, the Canadian Football League’s leading receiver last season, left Wednesday’s practice early with a hamstring injury, according to head coach Marc Trestman. Richardson wasn’t expected to accompany the team to Edmonton Wednesday night and expects to be replaced by Bo Bowling.

“It doesn’t look good,” Trestman said following practice. “I’m not optimistic right now. The chances are that he won’t be on the flight.”

Richardson caught 112 passes for 1,777 yards last season while scoring 11 touchdowns, but has struggled in 2012. Plagued by a knee irritation from training camp, he has been slow off the mark. Richardson has 26 receptions for 391 yards and two TDs. He’s still seeking his first 100-yard game of the year, although he gained a season-high 91 yards against Winnipeg, Aug. 3.

Defensive-back Dwight Anderson missed Wednesday’s practice after cracking a tooth, forcing a visit to the dentist. But he’s expected to play.

With Whitaker’s absence, Trestman said defensive-back Ed Gainey will be added to the 42-man roster. Special teams member Curtis Dublanko would be the non-import added to the roster to replace Brouillette.

“We have new guys up. No doubt about it,” Trestman said. “But we’ve never made excuses.”

Although the Als have won their last two games at Commonwealth Stadium, they’re facing a team that has yet to lose in three games this season on home turf. The Eskimos are 4-2 overall and share first place in the West Division with B.C.

“This is a great opportunity to find out more about ourselves against a great team,” Trestman said. “At the end of the day, we’re losing some good players. Other good players have to come in and seize the opportunity.”

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